Your stay — Nexus Hotel
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The Property — Nexus Hotel
The Nexus Hotel feels like a calm, functional base camp in bustling Addis. The lobby is clean and modern with polished floors, a small lounge area, and staff who are welcoming without fuss. It’s a solid 3-star choice for business travellers or tourists who want reliable WiFi, decent breakfast, and a room that’s comfortable rather than characterful.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu Betul, who were drawn to the hot springs at the base of Mount Entoto. The city grew haphazardly, with Italian occupation in the 1930s leaving a mark of rationalist architecture still visible in the Piazza district. Post-independence, rapid modernisation has replaced many old villas with glass towers, though traditional craft markets and coffee ceremonies still define everyday life. Today, Addis is both the political capital of Africa (home to the African Union) and a sprawling, energetic city of around 5 million people.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
November and December offer clear skies, mild temperatures, and fewer tourists after the main long rains (June–September). January is also good, with dry weather and comfortable highs around 23°C.
Peak / festival surge
July sees the height of the long rainy season, plus the start of the Ethiopian Great Run (mid-July) and the Irreecha festival preparations in Bishoftu. Hotel prices in Addis can rise 20–30% during major conferences at the AU. Events like the Ethiopian Millennium (September 2007) have shown how festivals spike demand.
Budget shoulder season
February and March fall in the short dry season (belg), with average temperatures of 22°C and far lower rainfall. Crowds are thin, and hotel rates drop by 15–20% as business travel eases after the holidays.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355 metres, so July afternoons can reach 23°C but evenings drop to 10°C—pack layers. A waterproof jacket and umbrella are essential for the daily downpours, which often come in heavy afternoon bursts.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The new Addis-Djibouti railway terminal at Lebu has improved regional connections, but local minibus routes from Bole to Merkato remain congested due to ongoing road widening work.
- Several new restaurants and cafes have opened along Bole Road near the airport, including a reliable Ethiopian-Italian fusion spot and a modern coffee house serving single-origin Sidama beans.
- Guests should expect occasional power cuts during the rainy season (June–September) and check with the hotel about generator backup; the Nexus has a backup system.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nexus Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 (top floor) facing away from the main street. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and foot traffic, while the rear side typically overlooks quieter inner courtyards or neighbouring buildings. In a 4-floor walk-up, the top floor also avoids footsteps from above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1, especially those facing the street. Ground-floor rooms pick up all street noise, lobby activity, and footfall near the lift. Rooms near the lift on any floor can also be noisy due to mechanical sounds and guest traffic.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 4, which likely offers a panorama of Addis Ababa's skyline or nearby hills. Street-facing rooms show typical city traffic and local shops — interesting but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest. Being higher up in a 4-floor building with no lift means less noise from the lobby and street, and fewer guests passing by your door.
🔊 Noise notes
Addis Ababa's streets are busy with minibuses, tuk-tuks, and car horns from early morning to late night. The address is central, so expect church bells, call to prayer, and honking during peak hours. The lack of double-glazing in a 3-star hotel means sound travels easily, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Pay a small cash premium at check-in to secure a top-floor rear room — it's quiet and often brighter. 2) Bring earplugs for street noise regardless of floor, as Ethiopian cities are lively and windows may be single-glazed. 3) If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 — the walk-up has no lift, and staff can help carry bags but it's still a climb.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Nexus Hotel
Free 20 Mbps throughout; no login – open network; no paid tier
One elevator serving all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag drop free if room not ready; late check-out to 16:00 for 500 ETB (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception for day guests or after checkout
Step-free entrance from street level; one accessible room on ground floor; no other modifications
Free on-site parking for 12 cars, first-come-first-served; no valet; nearest public car park 400 m away at Bole Medhanealem Church (50 ETB per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 1000 ETB incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Beza international church (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: 24 መስጅድ (957 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: እግዚያብሄር አብ (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: ቦሌ መንበረ ብርሃን ቅዱስ እግዚአብሔር አብ ቤተ ክርስቲያን (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Century Mall — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Tsega Pharmacy — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Megenagna — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use official banks or Dashen Bank exchange booths; avoid airport traders giving poor rates. Don't trust street changers.
Visa accepted in hotels, supermarkets; Amex rare. Cash essential for taxis, street food, small shops.
10% in nicer restaurants, round up for taxis; 20–50 birr for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Shai/bunna at a local kiosk for ~10 birr (50¢) – a strong shot, often with sugar and popcorn.
Injera with shiro or a tibs plate from a street-side tuck shop (buna bet) for ~60–80 birr.
A filling mild stew (wot) with injera in a local eatery – around 100 birr per main.
Piazza area around Wello Sefer, near Bole Medhane Alem roundabout, and along Bole Road near football stadium evenings.
Addis Supermarket, Nyala Supermarket, Shola Supermarket – all have multiple branches in the area.
Merkato (Kasanchis end) for second-hand (kitfo) or Bole's 'China Shops' for cheap new clothes.
Blue/white minibus taxis (7 birr per ride); from airport walk to Bole Road for blue minibus to Piazza (10 birr) – avoid yellow taxis unless sharing.
Eat in local buna bets, not tourist cafes; use shared minibus not yellow taxis; haggle at Merkato, ask 'yasgir' for fix price in smaller shops.
Emergency Contacts
Addis AbabaFor general emergencies, also dial 911 (US-style system works in some areas) or contact your embassy. Addis Ababa police station numbers: 251-11-1-11-11-11. Save your hotel's front desk number too.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Addis Ababa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Nexus Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Tsega Pharmacy — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bole Bus Stop (near airport roundabout) → Kazanchis (closest stop to Airport Motel)
💡 Buses are packed with no luggage space. Doable with a backpack only. Walk 5 min from airport to the roundabout stop — ignore touts offering 'express' minibuses.
Bole International Airport (ADD) → Airport Motel
💡 Use Ride or Feres app rather than hailing from the rank — app drivers use meters, rank drivers overcharge tourists. Avoid taxis near exit doors unless you want haggling.
Bole Road Station (10 min walk from airport) → Kazanchis Station (300m from motel)
💡 Cleanest and fastest public option. The walk from airport to Bole Station is safe but not signposted — use Maps. Verify direction: you're heading west towards Tor Hailoch.
Airport Motel → Airport Motel (return to ADD)
💡 Call motel day before and request a pick-up time. They send a white minibus with a sign. Tip driver 50 birr if they help with bags — no pressure, but polite.
About Addis Ababa
Wikipedia ↗
Addis Ababa ( AD-iss AB-ə-bə; Amharic: አዲስ አበባ [adˈdis ˈaβəβa] , lit. 'new flower'; Oromo: Finfinnee, lit. 'fountain of hot mineral water', Arabic: اديس ابابا, romanized: adiis ababeh, lit. 'Centre of the Flower') is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. With an estimated population of 2,739,55...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Nexus Hotel?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 (top floor) facing away from the main street. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and foot traffic, while the rear side typically overlooks quieter inner courtyards or neighbouring buildings. In a 4-floor walk-up, the top floor also avoids footsteps from above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nexus Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1, especially those facing the street. Ground-floor rooms pick up all street noise, lobby activity, and footfall near the lift. Rooms near the lift on any floor can also be noisy due to mechanical sounds and guest traffic.
Is Nexus Hotel noisy?
Addis Ababa's streets are busy with minibuses, tuk-tuks, and car horns from early morning to late night. The address is central, so expect church bells, call to prayer, and honking during peak hours. The lack of double-glazing in a 3-star hotel means sound travels easily, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Nexus Hotel?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 4, which likely offers a panorama of Addis Ababa's skyline or nearby hills. Street-facing rooms show typical city traffic and local shops — interesting but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Nexus Hotel?
1) Pay a small cash premium at check-in to secure a top-floor rear room — it's quiet and often brighter. 2) Bring earplugs for street noise regardless of floor, as Ethiopian cities are lively and windows may be single-glazed. 3) If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 — the walk-up has no lift, and staff can help carry bags but it's still a climb.
What time is check-in at Nexus Hotel?
Check-in at Nexus Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nexus Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free 20 Mbps throughout; no login – open network; no paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nexus Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Nexus Hotel?
Injera with shiro or a tibs plate from a street-side tuck shop (buna bet) for ~60–80 birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nexus Hotel?
Blue/white minibus taxis (7 birr per ride); from airport walk to Bole Road for blue minibus to Piazza (10 birr) – avoid yellow taxis unless sharing.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
November and December offer clear skies, mild temperatures, and fewer tourists after the main long rains (June–September). January is also good, with dry weather and comfortable highs around 23°C.
Top Attractions in Addis Ababa
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning for the liveliest scene. Try the roasted corn (200 birr) or sambusa from stalls. Don't miss the stone relief map of Ethiopia near the central monument.
💡 Enter from the main road near the Tunisia junction. Keep valuables deep in zipped pockets. Haggle hard—start at 30% of the asking price. Best in mid-morning before the heat peaks.
💡 Wear good walking shoes; the path is steep and dusty. Take a minibus from Sidist Kilo for 10 birr. Bring water and a jacket—it gets windy at the top. Entry to the church grounds costs 50 birr.
💡 Combine with a walk around the beautiful university compound. Entry is 50 birr (cheapest museum in town). Give yourself 1 hour. The cafe next door does decent coffee for 15 birr.
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid school groups. Bring small notes for the donation box at the Lucy exhibit; it's not mandatory but helps maintain the collection.